- Lamoille Lake (Nevada)
Infobox lake
lake_name = Lamoille Lake
image_lake = LamoilleDollarLakesNV.jpg
caption_lake = Lamoille (near) and Dollar Lakes
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location =Nevada
coords = coord|40|34.6|N|115|23.7|W|region:US_type:waterbody|display=inline,title
type = tarn
inflow =
outflow = Lamoille Creek
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basin_countries = United States
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area = convert|13.6|acre|ha|abbr=on
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elevation = convert|9740|ft|m|abbr=on
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cities =Lamoille Lake is a glacial tarn in the
Ruby Mountains , in Elko County in the northeastern part of the state ofNevada . It is located at the head ofLamoille Canyon , at approximately coord|40|34.6|N|115|23.7|W|region:US_type:waterbody, and at an elevation of 9740 feet (2970 meters). It has an area of approximately 13.6 acres (5.5 hectares). It is a popular destination for day hikers and fishing, as theRuby Crest National Recreation Trail passes its eastern shore before beginning a steep climb to Liberty Pass.Lamoille Lake and Dollar Lakes are the principal sources of Lamoille Creek, which after exiting the mountains passes through the town of Lamoille, meanders down Lamoille Valley, and then merges with the main branch of the
Humboldt River .
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